About DESMA
Why DESMA exists, what makes it useful, and how the mission translates into public action.
Who we are
A mission-first organization with systems that support the mission
DESMA works as a service-led platform that helps leaders communicate programs, recognise contributors, and manage member relationships in a disciplined way.
The sample structure takes cues from large civic and veterans-led organizations: strong public narrative, visible service categories, recognisable leadership, and a clear route for members to join and stay connected.
Scale
What this model can communicate publicly
The same layout can be used for real audited data once the organization is live.
8,500+
Volunteer network
Active network
42
District presence
Reach
26,000+
Service cases supported
Support volume
180+
Leadership sessions delivered
Public engagement
People
Meet the people behind DESMA
Leadership credibility matters on websites like this, so profiles are part of the public model.
National Convenor
Col. Arvind Rana
National Convenor, DESMA
Director, Programs and Partnerships
Dr. Meera Khanna
Director, Programs and Partnerships
National Secretary, Membership Operations
Capt. Rohan Sethi
National Secretary, Membership Operations
Advisory Lead, Youth and Civic Engagement
Prof. Nidhi Verma
Advisory Lead, Youth and Civic Engagement
Need a public platform that can handle both content and operations?
DESMA is already set up so the admin can update pages, programs, stories, payment methods, and membership plans from the dashboard.
See the Join Flow